Slitter Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Slitter Operator

Job Description

The candidate will work in a clean room area for the manufacturing of resistant film for circuit board manufacturing. The film must be kept free from dust and debris. The candidate will be cross-trained in material handler capabilities and should have experience in shipping and receiving. The ability to measure products is essential as measuring equipment is constantly used.

Responsibilities

Operate a slitter machine, the final step in the production process after the film goes through the coating process.

Load couple hundred-pound rolls of film onto the machine where they are cut down into 40-pound size rolls.

Use a forklift to transport film rolls and place them on the machine; feed film and set parameters for slitting runs.

Monitor equipment and troubleshoot any HMI errors or mechanical malfunctions.

Work closely with one helper to load raw materials onto the machine and unload the final product.

Work in a cooler, cleanroom environment and at a very fast pace to meet production goals.

Operate label machine and computer for inventory tracking.

Document all product runs.

Assist helper in sliding completed rolls into sleeves for packaging operations.

Lift up to 40 lbs repeatedly and stand for 8-10 hour shifts.

Place rolls on conveyor belt, which is about waist to chest high.Essential Skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to measure for quality purposes.

Previous machine operation experience.

Slitter or saw operator experience.

Ability to read pressure gauges.

Ability to perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, and division.

Ability to read bar graphs for data collection.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to move to an area that is resin and chemical-based for short periods.

Willingness to work overtime as assigned.Why Work Here?

The company offers a small, family-like atmosphere with a dedicated staff. Employees experience longevity in their roles, with no history of layoffs. The company values the quality of its candidates, often leading to direct hires within six months.

Work Environment

The facility is smaller with 32 employees, offering a cleanroom and general manufacturing environment. The clean room is maintained at a comfortable 66 degrees. Employees work five days a week, from 3:00 PM to 12:30 AM. The warehouse where products are received and shipped may not be temperature controlled.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Chesterfield, Virginia.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Chesterfield,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.